A patient with atrial fibrillation is being transitioned fro…
A patient with atrial fibrillation is being transitioned from warfarin to dabigatran. The patient asks the nurse, “How often will I need to come in for blood work to check my levels?” Which response by the nurse is most accurate?
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A patient arrives at the emergency department with a severe headache and blurred vision. Blood pressure is 224/118 mmHg. The patient appears restless and reports chest tightness. The physician is aware. What should the nurse anticipate as the first priority?
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A patient presents to the emergency department with severe abdominal and lower back pain. Assessment reveals a palpable pulsating mass near the umbilicus. Blood pressure is 82/48 mm Hg, heart rate 128/min, and the patient appears pale and diaphoretic. Which nursing action is priority?
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A patient with stable angina has been prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin 0.4 mg PRN for chest pain. The patient calls the clinic and reports, “I took one tablet under my tongue when I had chest pain while gardening. The pain went away after a few minutes, but now I have a terrible headache. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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